Veterans can develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after stressful or traumatic events. Utrecht University researcher Emmy van Houtert studied the influence of service dogs on the symptoms of PTSD. She also looked at the effect of the service work on the dogs. Service dogs appear to change the lives of people with PTSD for the better. The dogs themselves do not seem to experience any stress from their work.

A new study published in the CABI journal Human-Animal Interactions reveals that your lovable pet dog or cat may lead to you having more restless nights than those graced with long periods of peaceful sleep.

As a devoted dog owner, you strive to provide the best possible care for your furry companion. However, there are certain insights that veterinarians wish every dog owner knew to ensure optimal health and well-being for their canine friends. Here are five essential things your vet wishes you knew about your dog's care:

As a devoted dog owner, you strive to provide the best possible care for your furry companion. However, there are certain insights that veterinarians wish every dog owner knew to ensure optimal health and well-being for their canine friends. Here are five essential things your vet wishes you knew about your dog's care:

Discover the groundbreaking findings of a new study published in PLOS ONE, which highlights the positive effects of different types of human-dog interactions on stress reduction and concentration. From playing with toys to grooming, each activity triggers distinct brain wave patterns associated with relaxation and focus, offering valuable insights for targeted animal-assisted interventions.

Discover the groundbreaking research published in Neurology® uncovering the remarkable benefits of seizure dogs for individuals with drug-resistant epilepsy. From reducing seizure frequency to providing invaluable companionship, these specially trained canines offer new hope for those struggling with treatment-resistant epilepsy.

In a new study, people experiencing homelessness with a pet documented their lives in photos and participated in interviews, revealing their experiences and potentially informing support initiatives. Gemina Garland-Lewis of the University of Washington, Seattle, and colleagues present this project in the open-access journal PLOS ONE on March 13, 2024.

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